Chapter 404: Stabilizing the Morale

A surprise attack is nothing to be afraid of.

Kabier's Second Knight Order camp was already located on the side near the Count's territory, and with the war approaching, patrol work had become even more rigorous.

Besides that, many noble contingents had arrived at Cuican City one after another.

As the Commander, Luoning settled them on the hillside to the side of the camp and pulled out a portion of men to be deployed as scouts on the road leading to Heimang City.

Under this double protection, even if Aosen wanted to pull off a surprise attack, Cuican City would be able to react immediately.

Lulansi said, "Luoning, do not continue to linger in Wushan Town; Cuican City needs your help."

Buluoer frowned slightly; he felt this arrangement was somewhat inappropriate.

"Heimang Castle has two Meteor Knights, but as far as I know, the strongest personnel we have over at Cuican City are only Golden Knights, right? Isn't it too risky to have Luoning go over with a lineup like that?"

He had come to Wushan Territory this time to deliver a message to Bruno so that Luoning could go to Jinyu City on time; for this, he needed to ensure the latter's safety.

To tell the truth, Luoning dying in battle was more terrifying than him being unable to go to Jinyu City on time, because that would completely confirm Princess Blanche's reputation for bringing misfortune to her husbands, which would have a huge impact on His Majesty's reputation and the prestige of the royal family.

He paused and said, "How about this, I will accompany Luoning with my Griffin Knights."

Lulansi nodded slightly; although he knew Luoning's strength, for the sake of ensuring the latter's safety without any mistakes, it was safer for Buluoer to go.

However, Luoning felt it was unnecessary.

"Lord Buluoer had better remain on the front line."

He advised, "The number of the enemy's top powerhouses is uncertain; perhaps besides Aosen and the Meteor Knight mentioned by the old dean, there are other powerhouses. It will be safer if you and Mr. Dao'en remain on the front line."

Although besides Lulansi, who was a Silver Moon Knight, there were also Meilongnika, Dao'en, and Milosilafu, three Level 7 Transcendents, on the front line,

the enemy's lineup was ultimately an unknown variable; if there were two extra Meteor Knights, their top powerhouses on the front line would not be considered numerous.

As for Cuican City, Luoning had already sent Kaierluosi to pick up Ruidar; with a Blazing Sun Knight, plus himself—a Magic Energy master and Silver Moon Knight—the other side would not be able to stir up any trouble.

Seeing that Buluoer still wanted to say something, Luoning blinked and said mysteriously, "Rest assured, my lord, we are not without arrangements over at Cuican City."

Buluoer raised an eyebrow; Luoning's words were interesting. Could it be that Wushan Territory had a Meteor Knight he didn't know about?

Faces flashed through his mind, but he couldn't find anyone who fit.

However, facing Luoning's insistence, he could only nod helplessly, "Fine, then you must remember to act with caution."

"Rest assured!"

Luoning left the hall and used Wind Wings to fly toward Cuican City.

And the knight orders and Magic Chamber of Commerce contingents in Wushan Town soon received the notice that the war had begun.

Wars between liege lords and vassals had occurred many times in history, but this was the first time it had happened to them. In such a direct confrontation, once Heimang City lost, the Haide Family's titles, territory, and so on would all vanish into thin air.

The distance between Wushan Town and Cuican City was not too far, but Luoning's flight speed could not compare to Kaierluosi's.

After more than half an hour, he finally arrived at Cui Can Fortress and landed in the small courtyard that Maijinni had arranged for him.

He sensed the situation and realized Kaierluosi was already on his way back; it probably wouldn't be long before he returned.

"Luoning!"

A surprised female voice came from inside the house; it was his sister Maijinni with her little nephew Martin.

"Where did you go? Everyone is looking for you!"

Luoning asked in surprise, "What's wrong? Is something the matter?"

Maijinni's expression was somewhat nervous, "Your subordinate Ruige and Baron Talun went deep into the Count's territory and discovered that the Heimang City army is marching toward us, and there are many of them! They suspect Aosen wants to launch a surprise attack on Cuican City."

The nobles had sent out their contingents, and Luoning had no choice but to join in the fun, letting Ruige from Wubei Territory bring a Knight Squad to participate in the battle.

This was also good; experiencing the baptism of war was more effective than training at home all the time.

"I just returned from Wushan Town; I already know about this matter. Where is everyone? It just so happens I have something to discuss with them too."

"In the fortress's main hall."

Maijinni said hurriedly, "You should go over quickly; everyone is discussing whether or not to notify Wushan Town and have Count Buluoer bring two powerhouses over with his Griffins!"

Hearing this, Luoning hurried toward the fortress.

"Uncle..."

Little Martin's childish voice called out to stop Luoning.

"What's wrong?"

Martin looked at Maijinni and then said, "Mom said the enemy might break into Cuican City. Will we be defeated?"

Luoning couldn't help but laugh, "Don't listen to your mother's nonsense; with your uncle here, the enemy won't even be able to reach the gates of Cuican City!"

"Hee hee, Uncle is so amazing!"

Luoning couldn't help but walk up and touch the little one's cheek, laughing, "Don't scare the child."

Maijinni nodded embarrassedly; she had been anxious earlier.

Only then did Luoning walk quickly into the fortress hall.

With his appearance, the sound of the intense discussion quieted down.

Although Kabier and Sanduoluo were Regiment Commanders, they both valued Luoning, and Mawen, Weituolinuo, and the others valued him even more.

"Luoning, you're finally here. Quick, tell us, do you think we should have the Marquis arrange for a Meteor Knight to come over?"

Mawen pushed Luoning into the main seat in a carefree manner, "The people coming from Heimang City are indeed numerous; that guy Aosen definitely wants to capture Cuican City!"

"Yes, my lord!"

Ruige added, "Baron Talun and I observed for Along time; we initially estimate that there are no fewer than five thousand people coming!"

A knight order had nearly 1,200 people; the enemy had sent four knight orders.

In everyone's view, Heimang City was definitely using its full strength to attack Cuican City.

"Everyone, there is no need to panic; the group they sent is only a small contingent."

Luoning said, "Not long ago, Buluoer's Griffin Knights already scouted Aosen's Count territory; their main force is marching toward Wushan Town."

"Ah?"

"No way, where did Aosen get so many people from?"

"Could he have dragged everyone in the Count's territory onto the battlefield?"

A single stone stirred up a thousand ripples, and the crowd began to discuss it one after another.

Only then did Luoning explain the matter of the Witch Soul Clan; although it sounded somewhat unbelievable, hiding it at this time would only result in greater casualties.

This group of lovely nobles all supported Wushan Castle, and preserving their strength was also preserving the strength of Wushan Castle.

After the explanation, the hall fell deathly silent.

They had originally thought it was an ordinary battle, but they never expected it to involve an alien race, and this very race was the culprit that had tormented Lulansi for thirty years.

"Luoning, do you think we can beat them?"

"How about we go and invite a Meteor Knight over?"

Compared to the high morale and buzzing discussions from before, the hall now seemed somewhat quiet.

Luoning smiled slightly, "What, are Viscount Mawen and Viscount Weituolinuo afraid?"

Mawen glared, "I didn't say I was afraid, it's just that this 'Witch Soul Clan' you mentioned is a bit eerie."

Naturally, Weituolinuo would not admit his cowardice in public: "I just think that if there is a Meteor Knight, even if there is an accident, it will be easier for us to handle."

Kabier and Sanduoluo nodded as well.

"That's right Luoning, we are either Silver or Gold rank; if a Meteor Knight appears on the other side, the risk is too great."

Luoning stood up with a smile, "What, do you think we don't have a Meteor Knight here?"

Hmm?

Everyone looked at each other; was there a Meteor Knight here?

They finally turned their gazes toward Luoning—it couldn't be this young man in front of them, could it?

Just then, a low sound resonated through the sky, carrying extreme penetrating power, surging into the ears of everyone in the castle.

Immediately following, a gust of wind whistled down, and everyone only felt a black shadow flash past the window.

"What is this?"

Mawen and the others were startled and hurriedly ran out, only to see a huge Magic Beast landing on the open space in front of the fortress, its terrifying aura having already scared the surrounding Guards into collapsing to the ground.

"This is... a dragon?"

Mawen widened his eyes; he suddenly thought of the rumors in the Wubei Territory about Luoning having a dragon, which he had originally thought were an exaggerated joke.

"You really have a dragon?"

The others had more or less the same expressions and questions.

Luoning nodded, "Does this make you feel a bit more at ease?"

Everyone swallowed hard.

If a creature like a dragon were an enemy, they would feel fear, but as an ally, it made them feel at ease.

"There's someone on the dragon's back!"

Amidst an exclamation, Ruidar leaped from the dragon's back and landed on the steps in front of the fortress gate; he knelt on one knee, "My Lord, Ruidar reports to you."

"Get up, Ruidar. The enemy is already on their way, and our battle is about to begin."

Ruidar stood up and said loudly, "Ready to fight for you at any time!"

Only then did everyone remember the Meteor Knight Luoning had just mentioned; could it be the red-haired man in front of them?

If that were true, they had both a dragon and a Meteor Knight; although they were facing the so-called Witch Soul Clan, it didn't seem so terrifying after all?

"Let's fight!"

The fighting spirit in everyone's eyes reignited.

"Make the traitors pay the price!"

"Right, let these bastards come and never return!" (End of chapter)